Description

Do you get short of breath during activities?

Are you worried about your cough and respiratory infections?Does your lung problem control your life?Are you concerned about your shortness of breath?

Find training and support through Community Hospital’s Pulmonary Wellness Program.

What we do

Research has shown there is effective treatment available for:

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Emphysema

Chronic bronchitis

Chronic asthma

Bronchiectasis

Cystic fibrosis

Pulmonary fibrosis

Pre/post lung reduction or lung transplant surgery

Our team

The Pulmonary Wellness Program can help you:

Manage and improve symptoms

Improve your breathing

Increase activity and decrease anxiety

The pulmonary wellness staff includes a respiratory therapist, registered nurse, and exercise physiologist. This specially trained team provides a safe and supportive environment for participants.

Assessment

A comprehensive assessment by the pulmonary wellness team provides the basis for an individualized treatment plan that takes into account your medical history, functional capacity, symptoms, and personal goals. The program medical director performs a brief assessment to review program goals.

Treatment plan

Each participant receives an individualized treatment plan that includes a combination of the following: